Chris Brown Cover The June/July “Summer Heat” Issue Of The Source Magazine

The multi-talented Chris Brown is covering the June/July “Summer Heat” issue of The Source magazine. In Breezy’s first magazine interview this year,  he opens up about his return to the top of the charts, what it is like being Chris Brown the superstar and his progression as an artist as he dabbles into rap. The interview was done by Author and former Source editor Aliya S. King. Below is an excerpt:

Source: What is the hardest part about being Chris Brown?

CB: The hardest thing about Chris Brown is understanding that you’re “Chris Brown”. I just noticed the value of my brand, and who I am as a person now.

The June/July “Summer Heat” issue of The Source will be on newsstands nationwide on June 20th.

Credit: The Source

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Breaking News: Ja Rule Checked Into Prison

Earlier today Wednesday (June 8), former Murder Inc/Def Jam recording artist Ja Rule visited a Manhattan courthouse to turn himself over to authorities to begin his two-year prison sentence in New York, for possession of a firearm. Below is how TMZ is reporting the story:

TMZ spoke with Ja’s executive producer, Seven, who was with Mr. Rule at the courthouse in NY moments ago. Seven tells us the rapper is still inside the building, waiting to be processed.

Seven tells us Ja spent some private time with his wife, close friends and family members before he was taken behind closed doors — and the last thing he said to everyone was, “Real life is a fantasy, f**k fame … I’m ready for this to get over with. I am focused.”

The rapper — real name Jeffrey Atkins — was hit with the 2-year sentence in 2010 when he pled guilty to attempted criminal possession of a weapon — stemming from a 2007 incident in which cops found a loaded semi-automatic handgun in his sports car.

We ran into Ja last week — where he told us how he planned on passing the time while in the pokey.

UPDATE 12:52 PM PT: It’s official — Ja Rule is now inmate 07608730Q.

Additional Reporting: TMZ

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Big Sean Gets Support From Kanye West, Swizz Beatz, Def Jam, G.O.O.D. Music & More At His Album Listening Session

Last night, Tuesday (June 7), Big Sean held an album listening session at the Standard Hotel in NYC; for his debut album Finally Famous: The Album. Big Sean got a lot of love and support from some of his celebrity friends, at his listening session. Kanye West, Kid Cudi, Pusha T, Kevin Liles, Swizz Beatz, Estelle, Selita Ebanks, DJ Khaled and Barry Weiss were in the crowd supporting Big Sean. He was Dressed in a blazer, white tee, and a snapback hat. I heard the Moet was popping and the burgers were good. Before letting the people listen to some tracks, Sean gave his backstory and even cried tears of joy.

The talented Kanye expressed how proud he was of his protégé. “I believe Sean’s story is one of the most amazing ever because he literally got signed off of a freestyle,” he said. “I feel like he could be like what Beyoncé is to R&B, that he could be that to rap music.”

Videos Credit: Rap Radar

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Waka Flocka Styling On Them Lames In A $178 Marc By Marc Jacob Hoodie & A $460 Louis Vuitton Belt

1017 Brick Squard rapper Waka Flocka performed at Hot 97’s annual “Summer Jam” concert, over this past weekend. Waka performed in a $178 Marc by Marc Jacob sleeveless hoodie. This hoodie is from Marc By Marc Jacob Summer 2011 Sweatshirt Hoodie collection. Also, Waka was wearing a $460 Louis Vuitton Initiales Damier Azur belt. On June 21, Waka Flocka and Gucci Mane will be releasing their collaboration album, titled Ferrari Boyz.

You can purchase the Marc By Marc Jacob sleeveless hoodie, online at Marc Jacob official site. Also, you can purchase the Initiales Damier Azur Belt online at Louis Vuitton official site.

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Behind The Scenes: Rick Ross Ft. Lil Wayne “9 Piece” Video Shoot [Pictorial]

Last month, Miami’s rapper Rick Ross begin shooting the visual to his single “9 Piece” Ft. Lil Wayne. It is rumored that this is the first track off Ross’ upcoming LP God Forgives, I Don’t. The original version featured T.I. and is off Ross’ latest mixtape Ashes to Ashes. The track was produced by Lex Luger. Self Made is now in stores and online. Peep the pictures below:

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Big Sean ‘Finally Famous: The Album’ Cover & Tracklisting

On June 28, rapper Big Sean will be releasing his debut album Finally Famous: The Album. His first two singles, “My Last” Ft. Chris Brown and “I Do It” are in heavy rotation; on urban radio. The album has collaborations with Kanye West, Chris Brown, Rick Ross, Lupe Fiasco, Pharrell, Wiz Khalifa, The Dream, John Legend and more; with productions from No I.D., The Neptunes, Boi-1da and more. Last night, Tuesday (June 7), Big Sean held an album listening session at the Standard Hotel in NYC. Before letting the people listen to some tracks, Sean gave his backstory and even cried tears of joy. Peep the album tracklisting below:

Tracklist and production credits via Complex

1. “Intro” Produced by: Kevin Randolph, Key Wane
2. “I Do It” Produced by: No I.D., The Legendary Traxster
3. “My Last” f/ Chris Brown Produced by: No I.D.
4. “Don’t Tell Me You Love Me” Produced by: No I.D.
5. “Wait For Me” f/ Lupe Fiasco Produced by: No I.D., Exile
6. “Marvin & Chardonnay” f/ Kanye West & Roscoe Dash Produced by: Pop Wansel, Mike Dean
7. “Dance (A$$)” Produced by: Da Internz
8. “Get It (DT) f/ Pharrell” Produced by: The Neptunes
9. “Memories (Part II)” f/ John Legend Produced by: No I.D.
10. “High” f/ Wiz Khalifa & Chiddy Bang Produced by: Xaphoon Jones
11. “Live This Life” f/ The Dream Produced by: No I.D.
12. “So Much More” Produced by: No I.D.
13. “What Goes Around” (Bonus Track) Produced by: No I.D.
14. “Celebrity” f/ Dwele (Bonus Track) Produced by: Filthy Rockwell, No I.D.
15. “My House” (Bonus Track) Produced by: Boi-1da
16. “100 Keys” f/ Rick Ross & Pusha T (Bonus Track) Produced by: Hilton and Brian Wright (WrighTrax Productions)

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